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Uniprest is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of Abortion. The alternative uses of Uniprest have also been explained below.
The correct dosage of Uniprest depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Uniprest as well, which are listed below. Usually, these side effects of Uniprest go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
In addition, Uniprest's effect is Severe during pregnancy and Moderate for lactating mothers. Further, the section on Uniprest related warnings talks about Uniprest's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Uniprest contraindications section.
Drug interactions for Uniprest have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Uniprest is considered safe while driving, and is addictive.
Uniprest is used to treat the following -
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
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Is the use of Uniprest safe for pregnant women?
Uniprest shows severe side effect on pregnant women. For this reason, pregnant women should only take it after taking medical advice.
Is the use of Uniprest safe during breastfeeding?
Breastfeeding women may feel side effects of Uniprest. If you see any side effects, stop taking Uniprest immediately and talk to your doctor. Take Uniprest again, only after your doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Uniprest on the Kidneys?
Uniprest rarely affects the kidneys.
What is the effect of Uniprest on the Liver?
The liver can be affected by Uniprest. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it and consult your doctor. You should restart Uniprest only after medical advice.
What is the effect of Uniprest on the Heart?
Uniprest can have moderate side effects on the heart. If you notice any harmful effects then stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.
Uniprest should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Uniprest unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Uniprest habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Uniprest is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, you can comfortably use machinery or drive after taking Uniprest since it will not make you feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Uniprest is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Uniprest is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Uniprest
There isn't any research available on the side effects of taking Uniprest with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Uniprest
Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Uniprest with alcohol.
No, Uniprest is a prescription drug so do not use it without consulting a doctor to avoid unpleasant side effects. It can be harmful to the patient to use this medicine without a doctor's recommendation. Hence, a patient should seek doctors advice before using this medication by himself or herself.
Uniprest contains misoprostol which is a prostaglandin E1 (PGE1) analogue that possesses antisecretory property that inhibits gastric acid secretion. NSAIDs (nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs) inhibits the synthesis of prostaglandins which leads to diminishing bicarbonate and mucus secretion which contributes to ulceration. Uniprest has mucosal protective properties that protect the stomach tissues from the damage caused by the stomach acid through decreased acid secretion and mucosal protective action. It induces labour by causing relaxation of cervix uteri (which is the lower part of the uterus). In the treatment of postpartum hemorrhage Uniprest works by causing contractions of smooth muscle fibres of the myometrium (middle layer of the uterine wall).
No, Uniprest should not be discontinued without doctors advice. You are recommended to always consult a doctor before discontinuing this medicine.
No, Uniprest does not cause infertility. Uniprest induced infertility has not been reported by the patients who are taking it. If you are considering for next future pregnancy, then you are advised to avoid pregnancy for at least one month or one menstrual cycle from the last dose of Uniprest.
Yes, Uniprest causes bleeding this occurs due to the expelling the tissues of the fetus from the uterus. But if you observe that the heavy bleeding is continuing for more than 2 hours or usage of a sanitary napkin is more than 2 pads every hour, then this situation warrants immediate hospitalization to recover from blood loss. In case of incomplete or unsuccessful abortion, you may require surgical procedures. The heavy bleeding can be due to uterine rupture. However, this is a rare situation which occurs only in very few cases.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
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References
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US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Cytotec® (misoprostol)